CNN 5 Things Tariffs' legal test, hiking deaths arrest, Trump boosts ratings & more
Jul 31, 2025
Trade partners rush to negotiate with the U.S. before looming tariffs hit, facing intriguing legal challenges. Public support for Israel's actions in Gaza is shifting, raising eyebrows. Investigations into a tragic mid-air collision reveal shocking details. In a grim turn, a suspect has been arrested in the mysterious murder of a couple on a hiking trail. Plus, President Trump's unintentional boost to a TV show's ratings leads to amusing critiques and unexpected reactions from the White House.
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Trade Tariffs Deadline and Legal Challenges
- President Trump set a firm deadline for trade partners to agree or face steeper tariffs starting tomorrow.
- Legal challenges question Trump's tariff authority, but many tariffs may remain unaffected by court decisions.
US Support for Israel Wanes
- US public support for Israel's military actions in Gaza is at a record low since conflict began.
- This decline alarms pro-Israel Democrats and Trump's allies, fearing lasting damage to US-Israel relations.
Key Findings in Mid-Air Crash Hearing
- The NTSB hearing revealed the mid-air collision was preventable and confused the Black Hawk crew about the other plane's location.
- Black box audio captured the crew deciding course changes mere seconds before the deadly collision.